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Latest ASX share market news. Find out which Australian shares are moving the stock market today, and which shares to buy.

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Materials Shares

What does a change of CEO mean for the BHP share price?

| James Mickleboro

The BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) share price is rising on Wednesday. In afternoon trade, the mining giant's shares are…

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Technology Shares

Has the WiseTech stock finally hit rock bottom?

| Aaron Teboneras

WiseTech shares slide 34% this year as selling pressure begins easing.

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Opinions

3 reasons to buy CSL shares today

| Samantha Menzies

The ASX biotech company has great growth potential this year.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths shares are storming ahead of Coles this year: Are the supermarket giants a buy, sell, or hold?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's the update on the rivalry between Woolworths and Coles.

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Resources Shares

Silver slides again as momentum fades. Should investors take profits now?

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver pulls back as investors reassess market conditions.

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Technology Shares

Electro Optic Systems just had its DroneShield moment. Here's what investors should know

| Kevin Gandiya

Stocks like EOS and DroneShield can deliver exceptional returns, but those returns come with volatility.

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Dividend Investing

These 3 ASX stocks are paying better than 7% dividend yields

| Cameron England

Looking for strong returns? Look no further.

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Economy

Markets brace for the next shock as global tensions flare up

| Aaron Teboneras

Markets remain on edge as the Middle East conflict raises inflation risks.

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Technology Shares

Up over 900%: Is it too late to buy this incredible ASX tech stock?

| Samantha Menzies

The ASX stock has come off the boil in 2026 as investors pull back.

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Share Fallers

Why Brightstar, EQ Resources, Novonix, and Pro Medicus shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on hump day. But why?

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Broker Notes

Down 40% in 2026, should you buy the big dip in Life360 shares?

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst offers his outlook for Life360 shares.

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Economy

Why the RBA could increase interest rates again in May

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the market and economics team at Westpac are predicting.

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Broker Notes

Sell alert! Why this expert is calling time on Nuix and Brainchip shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst forecasts more pain to come for Brainchip and Nuix shares. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why EOS, Humm, New Hope, and Sims shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session on hump day. But why?

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ETFs

Why I'd buy VGS and these Vanguard ETFs right now

| Grace Alvino

Here are three ETFs that offer diversification and growth potential.

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Financial Shares

How high does Macquarie think this ASX 200 stock will go after its wealth sale?

| Cameron England

This financial stock is a bargain, if the team at Macquarie are right.

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Broker Notes

With global populations ageing, are ResMed shares a good buy today?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on the outlook for ResMed shares.

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Industrials Shares

This ASX technology stock could more than double: broker

| Cameron England

A major contract win has increased confidence in future revenues.

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Healthcare Shares

Why are Telix shares racing 8% higher today?

| Samantha Menzies

Telix shares are now 11% higher for the year-to-date.

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Technology Shares

EOS shares rebound after yesterday's 16% plunge as insiders move to cash out

| Kevin Gandiya

EOS shares have been on a remarkable run, rising roughly 7x over the past year.

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Resources Shares

Why this ASX lithium stock requested a trading halt today

| Aaron Teboneras

Core Lithium secures a funding package to restart its Finniss lithium operation.

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BNPL shares

Prediction: Zip shares could explode over 230% to $5.27

| Samantha Menzies

Zip has faced multiple headwinds and slumping investor sentiment over the past six months.

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Small Cap Shares

Morgans says these small-cap ASX shares could rise 30% to 80%

| James Mickleboro

Looking for small-cap exposure? These picks are highly recommended by the broker.

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Communication Shares

ARN Media has torn up Kyle Sandilands' contract – so how much could it cost them?

| Cameron England

This sets the stage for a major legal battle.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth stocks down 40% to 60% to buy now

| Grace Alvino

Big sell-offs can sometimes create compelling investment opportunities.

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Healthcare Shares

Why Cochlear and ResMed shares could be strong buys

| James Mickleboro

Wilsons has given its verdict on these big names and it's good.

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Share Market News

Buying ASX shares or paying off a mortgage? Here's what the experts are saying about RBA interest rate hikes in 2026

| Bernd Struben

Leading experts sound off on the RBA’s latest interest rate hike, and what investors and mortgage holders can expect next.

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Bank Shares

CBA shares: 3 reasons to buy and 3 reasons to sell

| Samantha Menzies

The banking giant's share price is climbing higher again today.

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Gold

ASX All Ords gold stock lifts off on exploration success

| Bernd Struben

The junior Aussie gold miner is actively drilling for gold in Western Australia.

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Healthcare Shares

Which exciting ASX All Ords stock is jumping on big news?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is getting investors excited about this stock on Wednesday.

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Industrials Shares

Here's why the Droneshield share price just jumped               

| Cameron England

The agreement will boost its offering to customers.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Clarity Pharmaceuticals, New Hope, and Orica shares

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have been looking at these shares this week. Are they bullish?

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Dividend Investing

An ASX dividend stalwart every Australian should consider buying

| Tristan Harrison

This business provides significant defensive and income appeal.

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Energy Shares

Woodside locks in new CEO as energy giant enters next phase

| Aaron Teboneras

Woodside confirms Liz Westcott as the new Chief Executive Officer.

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Industrials Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is jumping 17% on strong FY26 guidance

| James Mickleboro

This stock expects to double its earnings this year.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Is this $28 billion ASX share a bargain after reaching new lows?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers view the sell-off as overdone, citing strong fundamentals and growth potential.

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Resources Shares

Buying BHP shares? Meet your new CEO

| Bernd Struben

BHP announced that Mike Henry is stepping down as CEO after six and half years. Guess who’s taking over the…

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Dividend Investing

Passive income investors: These 3 ASX dividend shares pay 5% to 6%

| Samantha Menzies

These may not have the highest yield, but I'd pick them first.

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Share Market News

Woodside Energy Group appoints Liz Westcott as CEO

| Laura Stewart

Woodside names Liz Westcott as CEO, bringing extensive industry experience and leadership to the company.

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Healthcare Shares

Exciting clinical news for this ASX healthcare stock earns it a buy recommendation 

| Aaron Bell

Is now the time to buy this exciting healthcare stock?

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